1987 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. (367 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Crown Victoria | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2570 mm |
